13 Jun

UNILATERAL MAMMOGRAPHYY2

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Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

GALACTOGRAPHY, DUCTOGALACTOGRAPHY

Abbreviations

-N/A

Report

1 hour (after completion of the test)

Setup

All working days

Scan

10 MINUTES

Test in Brief

A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast. Doctors use a mammogram to look for early signs of breast cancer

Exam Requirements

Try not to have your mammogram the week before you get your period or during your period. Your breasts may be tender or swollen then. On the day of your mammogram, don’t wear deodorant, perfume, or powder. These products can show up as white spots on the X-ray. Some women prefer to wear a top with a skirt or pants, instead of a dress. You will need to undress from your waist up for the mammogram..

Instructions

You will stand in front of a special X-ray machine. A technologist will place your breast on a clear plastic plate. Another plate will firmly press your breast from above. The plates will flatten the breast, holding it still while the X-ray is being taken. You will feel some pressure. The steps are repeated to make a side view of the breast. The other breast will be X-rayed in the same way. You will then wait while the technologist checks the four X-rays to make sure the pictures do not need to be re-done. Keep in mind that the technologist cannot tell you the results of your mammogram.. Images of good radiographic quality are printed & given to the radiologist for reporting. Used to diagnose abnormalities of the breast (one) e.g. tumours.

Method

You will stand in front of a special X-ray machine. A technologist will place the cannulated breast on a clear plastic plate. Another plate will firmly press your breast from above. The plates will flatten the breast, holding it still while the X-ray is being taken. You will feel some pressure. The steps are repeated to make a side view of the breast. The other breast will be X-rayed in the same way. You will then wait while the technologist checks the four X-rays to make sure the pictures do not need to be re-done. Keep in mind that the technologist cannot tell you the results of your mammogram.. Images of good radiographic quality are printed & given to the radiologist for reporting. Used to diagnose abnormalities of the breast (one) e.g. tumours.

Usefulness /Advantages

Reduces the risk of dying from breast cancer Of 1,000 women who have a mammogram every 2 years for 20 years, 7 deaths are prevented Reduces the risk of having to undergo chemotherapy Screening often allows for the detection of cancers at an early stage of development. Treatment is then possible without chemotherapy. Allows women to know the health of their breasts The vast majority of women (nearly 98 %) will not have breast cancer if their mammograms and additional examinations do not reveal cancers.
13 Jun

DUCTOGRAMS

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Category

Special Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

GALACTOGRAPHY, DUCTOGALACTOGRAPHY

Abbreviations

-N/A

Report

1 hour (after completion of the test)

Setup

All working days

Scan

20 MINUTES

Test in Brief

: A ductogram is an X-ray picture of the breast using a dye (contrast) to evaluate a nipple duct. Doctors use a ductogram to look for early signs of breast cancer

Exam Requirements

Patient to come/call for booking. Patient stands still till the end of procedure/exam on the x-ray vertical bucky. Patient should rest in between the image processing.

Instructions

Capture accurate patient information when reading request form to identify indications and contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

You will stand in front of a special X-ray machine. A technologist will place the cannulated breast on a clear plastic plate. Another plate will firmly press your breast from above. The plates will flatten the breast, holding it still while the X-ray is being taken. You will feel some pressure. The steps are repeated to make a side view of the breast. The other breast will be X-rayed in the same way. You will then wait while the technologist checks the four X-rays to make sure the pictures do not need to be re-done. Keep in mind that the technologist cannot tell you the results of your mammogram.. Images of good radiographic quality are printed & given to the radiologist for reporting. Used to diagnose abnormalities of the breast (one) e.g. tumours.

Usefulness /Advantages

Galactography can find small cancerous and non-cancerous masses that cannot be identified in any other way so that they may be removed at an early stage. A galactogram identifies the location of the tumors in the breast for the surgeon. No radiation stays in your body after an x-ray exam. X-rays usually have no side effects in the typical diagnostic range for this exam.
13 Jun

BILATERAL MAMMOGRAPHY

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Category

SpecialImaging

Synonyms/Aliases

BILATERAL MAMMOGRAM, BOTH BREAST MAMMOGRAM

Abbreviations

-N/A

Report

40 minutes (after completion of the test)

Setup

All working days

Scan

20 MINUTES

Test in Brief

A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast. Doctors use a mammogram to look for early signs of breast cancer

Exam Requirements

Try not to have your mammogram the week before you get your period or during your period. Your breasts may be tender or swollen then. On the day of your mammogram, don’t wear deodorant, perfume, or powder. These products can show up as white spots on the X-ray. Some women prefer to wear a top with a skirt or pants, instead of a dress. You will need to undress from your waist up for the mammogram..

Instructions

Capture accurate patient information when reading request form to identify indications and contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

You will stand in front of a special X-ray machine. A technologist will place your breast on a clear plastic plate. Another plate will firmly press your breast from above. The plates will flatten the breast, holding it still while the X-ray is being taken. You will feel some pressure. The steps are repeated to make a side view of the breast. The other breast will be X-rayed in the same way. You will then wait while the technologist checks the four X-rays to make sure the pictures do not need to be re-done. Keep in mind that the technologist cannot tell you the results of your mammogram.. Images of good radiographic quality are printed & given to the radiologist for reporting. Used to diagnose abnormalities of the breast (one) e.g. tumours.

Usefulness /Advantages

Reduces the risk of dying from breast cancer Of 1,000 women who have a mammogram every 2 years for 20 years, 7 deaths are prevented Reduces the risk of having to undergo chemotherapy Screening often allows for the detection of cancers at an early stage of development. Treatment is then possible without chemotherapy. Allows women to know the health of their breasts The vast majority of women (nearly 98 %) will not have breast cancer if their mammograms and additional examinations do not reveal cancers.
13 Jun

MRI WHOLE SPINE

vincentochiengde

Category

Special Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

Thoracic vertebra, dorsal vertebra/spine

Abbreviations

MRI W/SPINE

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

1 HOUR

Test in Brief

An imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radiowaves to produce images. Unlike X-rays and CT scan, it does NOT use ionizing radiation. The patient lies on a motorized table which will move the patient into the scanner which resembles a giant doughnut (like a tunnel that is open at both ends).

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

to examine the brain and/or spinal cord for injuries or the presence of structural abnormalities or certain other conditions, such as: Tumors. Abscesses.
13 Jun

MRI WHOLE BODY PEDIATRIC STUDY

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Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

Thoracic vertebra, dorsal vertebra/spine

Abbreviations

MRI W/BODY PAED/STUDY

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

30 MINUTES

Test in Brief

An imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radiowaves to produce images. Unlike X-rays and CT scan, it does NOT use ionizing radiation. The patient lies on a motorized table which will move the patient into the scanner which resembles a giant doughnut (like a tunnel that is open at both ends).

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.(Paediatrics might need sedation for tranquility).

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

help diagnose or monitor treatment for a variety of conditions within the brain, chest, abdomen, pelvis and extremities.
13 Jun

MRI CONTRAST STUDIES

vincentochiengde

Category

Special procedures/exams.

Synonyms/Aliases

N/A.

Abbreviations

N/A.

Report

Results ready 4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Extra

SCAN TIME: 30 MINUTES

Setup

All working days

Test in Brief

Complete patient history with relevant lab investigations including recent UECs and concurrent Egfr results/documents.

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions For Referring Doctor Or Institution

Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru).

Instructions For Radiographer

Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

Adding contrast makes it possible for the radiologist to detect even the smallest tumor and provides information about the precise location of the tumor. The radiologist can interpret an MRI contrast scan better, since they have more clarity and generate better-quality images.
13 Jun

MRI UPPER ABDOMEN

vincentochiengde

Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

Thoracic vertebra, dorsal vertebra/spine

Abbreviations

MRI ABD.

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

30 MINUTES

Test in Brief

Patient should starve/fast for at least 8 hours to enable easy visualisation of the billiary tree/tract and or any pathologies associated with it.

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

used in diagnosing abnormal growths. It can distinguish tumors from normal tissues and can provide information for the staging (determination of the size, extent, and spread) of abdominal tumors.
13 Jun

MRI THORACIC SPINE

vincentochiengde

Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

Thoracic vertebra, dorsal vertebra/spine

Abbreviations

MRI T/Spine, MRI spine

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

30 MINUTES

Test in Brief

An imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radiowaves to produce images. Unlike X-rays and CT scan, it does NOT use ionizing radiation. The patient lies on a motorized table which will move the patient into the scanner which resembles a giant doughnut (like a tunnel that is open at both ends).

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

detect the early signs of TMJ dysfunction, like thickening of anterior or posterior band, rupture of retrodiscal tissue, changes in shape of the disc, joint effusion.
13 Jun

MRI TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT(S)

vincentochiengde

Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI SKULL JOINTS

Abbreviations

MRI TMJs

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

30 MINUTES

Test in Brief

An imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radiowaves to produce images. Unlike X-rays and CT scan, it does NOT use ionizing radiation. The patient lies on a motorized table which will move the patient into the scanner which resembles a giant doughnut (like a tunnel that is open at both ends).

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

detect the early signs of TMJ dysfunction, like thickening of anterior or posterior band, rupture of retrodiscal tissue, changes in shape of the disc, joint effusion.
13 Jun

MRI SHOULDER(S)

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Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI upper extremities

Abbreviations

- N/A

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

30 MINUTES

Test in Brief

An imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radiowaves to produce images. Unlike X-rays and CT scan, it does NOT use ionizing radiation. The patient lies on a motorized table which will move the patient into the scanner which resembles a giant doughnut (like a tunnel that is open at both ends).

Exam Requirements

: Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

Find problems in the shoulder, such as arthritis, bone tumors, worn-out cartilage, torn ligaments, torn tendons, or infection. An MRI can detect tears in the cartilage (labrum) in the shoulder.
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